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The world’s most stylish hotels
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iscreet, dramatic and decadent, Blakes Hotel, London is one of the world’s first luxury boutique hotels and remains one of the best. From its exclusive South Kensington address to its exquisite décor, owner and interior designer Anouska Hempel has stopped at nothing to ensure every inch of this bohemian-chic abode exceeds the expectations of its A-list clientele. The perfect place to lose a weekend, here the beauty lies in the detail of each uniquely decorated room – be it an antique swan bed or a fan that has been fashioned from the feathers of exotic birds. For a room with a view, few measure up to the penthouse apartment at the LVMH-owned Cheval Blanc Maison. Set within the fashionable Jardin Alpin area of the French Alps, the two-storey, four-suite abode boasts a private lift directly opening onto a dedicated ski room – perfect for enjoying exclusive ski resort Courchevel 1850. A favourite of the fashion industry, everything at this majestic ski in and ski out hotel oozes
sophistication – from the imposing glass stallion that greets guests on their arrival to its designer boutiques and the three Michelin-starred chef running its restaurant. In our considerably warmer climes of the GCC, AIR challenges anyone not to leave a stay at the Hotel Missoni Kuwait feeling uplifted. The famous Missoni stripes, geometrics and florals
‘There is no more enchanting a getaway than Villa Le Rose’ add an inviting and playful element to this colourful Middle Eastern jewel. After a dip in the striped pool, enjoy soothing views across the ocean from the Suite d’Oro on the 17th floor while wrapped up in the fashion house’s sought-after robe and slippers. Bliss. Giorgio Armani chose a fittingly impressive location for his first hotel venture - Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. The Italian designer wants guests at his Armani Hotel Dubai to feel as though they are staying at his own home. He accomplishes this with clean lines and sumptuous fabrics in neutral shades
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